Kimberly Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kimberly Lake, located in Dearborn, Indiana, is a private recreational lake regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.


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Summary

Built in 1968, this Earth dam stands at 35 feet tall and serves as a popular spot for water enthusiasts in the area. With a storage capacity of 35 acre-feet and a surface area of 3 acres, Kimberly Lake provides a tranquil escape for fishing, boating, and other recreational activities.

Although the dam's hazard potential is low, its condition assessment is deemed poor as of the last inspection in 2015. With a high risk rating of 2, there is a need for further risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of Kimberly Lake's dam structure. Despite these concerns, the lake continues to attract visitors seeking a peaceful retreat amidst the natural beauty of West Fork Tanners Creek.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore Kimberly Lake's unique features and potential risks, it becomes evident that this private recreational oasis in Indiana holds both recreational value and a need for ongoing maintenance and monitoring to safeguard its surrounding environment and visitors.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

360

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

WEST FORK TANNERS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

44

Drainage Area

0.02

Nid Storage

35

Structural Height

44

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

44
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.